Christmas Day

Christmas Day was spent at Pat's parents with his side of the family. We had a great time with everyone. I think that Kennedy, Ansley and Ella had the most fun. Aunt Katie bought tutu's for Kennedy and Ella, and they loved them. They danced around the house together holding hands. Ella thought this was pretty fun! I love seeing the two of them play together. Overall we had a wonderful Christmas with the whole family. We are so blessed to have such great families! We missed you Uncle Joe and Aunt Liz!

Christmas Eve

For the 2nd year in a row we had Christmas Eve festivities at our house with my family. My mom and I cooked a special dinner that was so yummy! My parents were so generous with giving this year and they absolutely spoiled Ella. Ella had such a good time opening her presents. I think she was a little overwhelmed with all the toys. Aunt Molly got her a Dora cell phone that she absolutely loves. If you didn't know she is obsessed with cell phones these days. At the end of the night she ended up playing with the new dog toys. Too funny!

Happy Birthday Maddie

On December 14, we went to visit our family in Terre Haute. We also went to our cousin Maddie's birthday party. She turned 7 years old and had a bowling party. She absolutely loves Ella and Ella loves her back just as much. It's so cute to see a 7 year old carry around a 1 year old. Ella didn't want Maddie to put her down. When Maddie was opening her presents Ella was right there checking everything out. I'm so thankful that we have such a great family and we all remain so close even though we are in Carmel. I hope that Ella will grow up knowing that her family is what matters most.

Ella's Baby Dedication

On December 13th Ella was dedicated at church. Although it is called a baby dedication, it is really a parent dedication. Pat and I have decided to raise Ella in a Christian home with Christian values. We want her to know that she can always count on Christ.
On a side note, she looked so cute in her little red dress and headband. We are such proud parents!

So Silly

Here is Ella sitting in her baby doll stroller. She thought it was the funniest thing ever. I snapped a few pics right before she climbed out.

1st Birthday Party

Happy Birthday My Little Cupcake! Ella had a wonderful birthday party and she loved all the kids that came to celebrate with her. I think her favorite part was when everyone was singing to her. She just smiled and laughed. Eating the icing came in second for favorites. I still can't believe my little baby is already 1. She is growing up too fast. Enjoy the pictures.

Ella's 1 year photos!

Addison's 1st Birthday Party

On Saturday we went to our dear friend Addison's B-Day party. She is 2 weeks older than Ella, so she turned 1! It makes me excited for Ella's 1st Birthday in 2 weeks. Addison was too cute eating her cake. Here are a few pictures from the party.

Addison eating her cake

Ella, Emily and Drew

Cute pose by Addison

Ella with her favorite blankie at the party.

So here is my crazy bunko group again. I love these girls! We had a costume themed bunko this month. When you look at the picture you might have a hard time finding me because I have a mask on. I'm the big bad wolf and my friend Rachel was Little Red Riding hood. We thought we were pretty funny. My friend Vickie was hilarious in her table outfit. She is under the box and had a sign posted that said "I am a table "Runner". Our group is so fun and I can't wait to see what we come up with next.

Bounce Zone

Well, today we went to Bounce Zone with Ella. My mom and I thought it would be fun for Ella to get to crawl around and be silly. She was very shy at first with the idea, but she warmed up and loved it. Here are a few pictures.

Bunko Babes!!!!

Some of you are looking at the title of this post thinking, "What is Bunko?". Well, it's a game that me and my crazy group of friends play every month. It's a reason to get together, talk a lot and go crazy without out our husbands and children. Oh, and we also when money (if you're lucky)!
Here is most of the group-a couple people were absent.

Holiday Weekend at Nanny's

Well on Sunday morning we decided to go to Nanny's house in Terre Haute. We packed up our stuff and went on our way. Ella slept the whole way there in the car. And let me add that she no longer has a pacifier. Yes you heard that right she as been too sick to breathe out of her nose, so when she would have her paci she spit it out. She has done wonderful without it! Anyway, we swam at Nanny's new pool and hung out with all of our family. We had a great time and will be going back next weekend for another swim party for my birthday.